Upcoming events.
Macramé Plant Hanger Workshop
The class includes instructions for how to make basic macrame knots, easy tassels, basic weaving - all that can be combined to make your own beautiful plant hangers.
Winter Lake Sunset - Step -by-Step Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own alpine winter wonderland with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed.
All materials included in this fun and intimate art class in a private NE Portland artist studio.
Sisters in the Spring - Intermediate Step-by-Step Acrylic Painting Class
Paint a lush panoramic spring scene in this step-by-step acrylic class. Having some painting experience helps but isn't required as we explore various techniques to create a stunning mountain view.
Private Group Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio
Valentine’s Cards, & Scratch-Off Cards!
Create your scratch off cards for your sweeties and besties!
Paper Flowers Workshop
Learn to make a bouquet that will last a lifetime! We'll explore various papers and techniques involved in crafting your own paper flowers. Copy one of the class examples or create you own designs at this cozy private art studio in NE Portland.
Paper Roses
Learn to make a bouquet that will last a lifetime!
In this class you'll receive templates and instructions on how to make lifelike roses, from how to curl the petals to sculptural leaves. Copy one of the class examples or create you own designs at this cozy private art studio in NE Portland.
Valentine’s Cards, & Scratch-Off Cards!
Create your scratch off cards for your sweeties and besties!
Private Group Class - Galentine’s
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio
Rose Bouquet - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed.
All materials included in this fun and intimate art class in a private NE Portland artist studio
Abstract Meadow - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Macrame Planter Basket Workshop
Mix Metal and fiber to create your own unique take on a hanging planter in this easy macrame workshop.
Van Gogh-For-IT : Painting Workshop
Learn to paint like Van Gogh and make your own masterpiece , no experience needed.
All materials included in this fun and intimate painting class in a private NE Portland artist studio
Color Mixing & Theory Workshop
Learn about color mixing and theory in this crash course workshop at a cozy studio in NE Portland.
Celestial Lake - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Dive into the milky way in this step-by-step acrylic painting class. We'll explore different painting techniques such as dry brushing and glazing to create our spacey scene.
Fiber Hoop Wall Art
The class includes instructions for how to make easy and elegant fiber wall art using basic macrame knots and loops held at a cozy studio in NE Portland
Painting at Silver Falls State Park
Retreat into nature with this painting at the park experience! Explore the trails of Silver Falls and gather inspiration before settling into the lodge for your step-by-step painting class. We'll discuss a range of techniques, tips, and tricks to create your own stunning waterfall scene.
Mod Flowers - Step-by-Step Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Block Printing - Tea Towels
Learn to carve your own stamp to make your own unique kitchen towels at a cozy private studio in NE Portland.
Landscape Painting Workshop
Learn to paint a Landscape!
$75
In this workshop series you'll learn how to breakdown a landscape painting from a reference image, while picking up basic painting skills and techniques. Both beginners and intermediate level painters are welcome as we explore fundamental concepts for creating your own masterpieces.
You are encourged to bring your own reference images, if you don’t have access to a printer please email your photo to hello@breezeandbranch.com prior to the class date.
Students can expect to finish a painting within the allotted time if working with a smaller canvas size or bring a larger canvas each session to continually work on and get assistance with.
Artist and Breeze & Branch owner Liesl Meissner will be painting along with you, providing live instructional demos, answering group questions and offer one-on-one guidance.
You’ll receive informational handouts on landscape paintings basics, and receive customized help on how to tackle your own images.
Workshop materials that are provided:
Choice of Stretched or Panel Canvas
Options are 8 x 10, 9 x 12, 11 x 14, or 16” x 20"
You are welcome to bring your own surface or larger size canvas, but note that you may not be able to finish a larger piece in the time allotted.
Paints
There will be a range of colors available. If you have specific colors that you know you wan tot use you are encouraged to bring them
Brushes
If you have speciality brushes that you prefer you are encouraged to bring them.
Pencils
Painters tape
Paint palettes and mixing plates
- Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on or bring an apron.
- Feel free to bring any beverages or snacks.
- If you have any questions please email hello@breezeandbranch.com
*Cancellations made within 48 hours of the event are not subject to a credit, refund or exchange.
* Adults must accompany minors *
Palette Knife Poppies - Beginner Painting Class
In this class we'll explore a range of palette knife techniques to create a field of energetic poppies - from ways to mix paint, how to load paint on the knife for different marks, and the motions to create petal and leaf shapes. Located in NE Portland at a cozy private studio.
Hot Diggity Dog - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Paint a juicy dog in a fluffy bun!
In this step-by-step painting class you learn skills like underpainting, brush control, and proper blending for shading and highlights.
Pet Portrait Painting Class
Learn to paint your own pet portrait on a 11 x 14 sketched canvas with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All Materials included in this class at a private studio in NE Portland
Happy Trees! Acrylic Paint Skill Building Workshop
Happy Trees! Acrylic Paint Skill Building Workshop
In this workshop you'll learn to fundamentals of painting trees! From silhouettes, to forests in the distance, to up-close and personal details and textures.
Both beginners and intermediate level painters are welcome as we explore fundamental concepts for creating your own masterpieces.
I'll be painting along with you, providing live instructional demos, answering group questions and offer one-on-one guidance.
This class is limited to 4 participants at a time.
Workshop materials that are provided:
Various painting surface options and sizes
Paints
There will be a range of colors available. If you have specific colors that you know you wan tot use you are encouraged to bring them
Brushes
If you have speciality brushes that you prefer you are encouraged to bring them.
Pencils
Painters tape
Paint palettes and mixing plates
- Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on or bring an apron.
- Feel free to bring any beverages or snacks.
- If you have any questions please email hello@breezeandbranch.com
*Cancellations made within 48 hours of the event are not subject to a credit, refund or exchange.
* Adults must accompany minors *
Evergreen Spring - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Let's simplify things in this minimalist alpine scene. Learn how to make a dynamic painting with a limited color palette and hone your tree making skills in this step by step painting class located at a cozy private studio in NE Portland
Rainy Day Ripples - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in this fun and intimate painting class in a private NE Portland artist studio
High Desert Clouds - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Abstract Meadow - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Night and Day: Unifying a Color Palette. Step by Step Class
Paint a Night and Day landscape in this step by step class that simplifies the basics of making a cohesive color palette by adding a single tone throughout, and we'll talk about how to use valve and texture to create a dynamic diptych that works as a set or two stand alone paintings at a private studio in NE Portland.
Celestial Lake - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Dive into the milky way in this step-by-step acrylic painting class. We'll explore different painting techniques such as dry brushing and glazing to create our spacey scene.
Abstract Painting Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of painting with acrylic paint while creating your own abstract work of art.
Local artist Liesl Meissner will be guiding you through the process with demos, and hands on instruction, and informational guides.
Private Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio
Private Group Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio
Private Group Session - Molly M.
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
High Desert Clouds - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Mt. Adams at Golden Hour - Intermediate Step-by-Step Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Learn to paint a brilliant mountain in the golden light. This class with work through craggy mountain texture, lush forest layers, and a wildflower strewn meadow
Fiber Hoop Wall Art
The class includes instructions for how to make easy and elegant fiber wall art using basic macrame knots and loops held at a cozy studio in NE Portland
Private Group Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio
Overcast Lake - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Private Group Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio
Winter Creek - Step -by-Step Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own alpine winter wonderland with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed.
All materials included in this fun and intimate art class in a private NE Portland artist studio.
Sunset on a Golden Lake - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint a dramatic sunset with back lit mountains on golden lake with with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed, and private art studio in NE Portland.
Private Group Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio
Papercut Art & Shadowbox Workshop
Learn the basics of papercutting! Cutting out shapes, lines, and patterns from paper to create unique pieces of art. Copy one of the class examples or create you own designs at this cozy private art studio in NE Portland.
Celestial Forest - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
New Time Added: Block Printing - Tea Towels
Learn to carve your own stamp to make your own unique kitchen towels at a cozy private studio in NE Portland.
Mini Paintings
Paint your own lil' masterpiece!
In this class you'll receive guidance on basic painting techniques to create your own mini paintings. Make your own or follow one of the many class examples.
All materials included in the art class at a private studio in NE Portland.
Holiday Card & Ornament Making
Holiday Card Class
Get crafty and make your own holiday cards and ornamanets!
$30
All materials included.
Registration includes 5 cards and envelopes, with extra paper to sketch and practice on and demos on various techniques.
or
Materials for 5 paper ornaments
Your instructor will be giving demos on basic watercolor and acrylic techniques, collage, origami folding, and workshopping fun and festive ideas. Copy one of the demos or make your own!
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on or bring an apron.
*Cancellations made within 48 hours of the event are not subject to a credit, refund or exchange.
Snowy Path - Step by Step Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint serene winter path with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed.
All materials included in this fun and intimate art class in a private NE Portland artist studio.
Class Full: Pet Portrait Painting Class
Learn to paint your own pet portrait on a 11 x 14 sketched canvas with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All Materials included in this class at a private studio in NE Portland
Class Full: Wilderness Wanderlust - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Get lost in the wilderness! Least to paint a mountainous scene in this style step-by-step painting class, no experience needed at cozy private studio in NE Portland.
Class Full: Block Printing - Tea Towels
Learn to carve your own stamp to make your own unique kitchen towels at a cozy private studio in NE Portland.
Abstract Meadow - Beginner Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Holiday Card & Ornament Making
Holiday Card Class
Get crafty and make your own holiday cards and ornamanets!
$30
All materials included.
Registration includes 5 cards and envelopes, with extra paper to sketch and practice on and demos on various techniques.
or
Materials for 5 paper ornaments
Your instructor will be giving demos on basic watercolor and acrylic techniques, collage, origami folding, and workshopping fun and festive ideas. Copy one of the demos or make your own!
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on or bring an apron.
*Cancellations made within 48 hours of the event are not subject to a credit, refund or exchange.
*Minors must be accompanied by adults, and are allowed in the bar until 6:30pm
Class Full : Intro to Block Printing
Learn the basics of block printing and stamp making
Mod Flowers - Step-by-Step Acrylic Painting Class
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
Color Mixing & Theory Workshop
Learn about color mixing and theory in this crash course workshop at a cozy studio in NE Portland.
Kara J Group - Private Session
Learn to paint your own 11 x 14 masterpiece with step-by-step instruction, no experience needed!
All materials included in the beginner acrylic paintng class, from artist Liesl Meissner in her private NE Portland studio

